Nr 224 Exam 2 - Wound/urinary With Correct Answers Graded A+

A postoperative patient is receiving morphine sulfate via PCA. The nurse assesses that the patient's respirations are depressed. The effects of the morphine sulfate can be classified as A. Allergic. B. Idiosyncratic. C. Therapeutic. D. Toxic. {Ans: D (toxic)}Tylenol is the... A. Drug name B. Chemical name C. Generic name D. Trade name {Ans: D (trade name)}What is secondary would intention? {Ans: wound is left open to heal from the bottom up; greater risk of infection}Which of the following indicates that an elderly client has been affected by polypharmacy? A. Medications that might prove beneficial are not prescribed. B. Medications are used to counteract side effects of currently prescribed medications. C. There is no improvement in a condition even after discontinuation of a medication. D. Medications that are contraindicated are not prescribed. {Ans: B (Medications are used to counteract side effects of currently prescribed medications)}The nurse puts elastic stockings on a patient following major abdominal surgery. The nurse teaches the patient that the stockings are used after a surgical procedure to: A. Prevent varicose veins. B. Prevent muscular atrophy. C. Ensure joint mobility and prevent contractures. D. Promote venous return to the heart. {Ans: D